Zambia

Zambia Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zambia in July.

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Livingstone Lusaka Chingola Siavonga

Planning a trip to Zambia this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zambia in July

July in Zambia generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Choma to 30°C (86°F) in Mfuwe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Mfuwe and 9°C (48°F) in Choma. On average, July is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Livingstone.

To explore the conditions in Zambia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

July is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.6 mm (0.02 in) in Livingstone.

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Livingstone sees around 310 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Zambia in July

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Zambia

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Zambia?

Temperature range in Zambia (July)

Precipitation variation in Zambia (July)

Livingstone

In July Livingstone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
310 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Livingstone →

Lusaka

In July Lusaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
297 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lusaka →

Chingola

In July Chingola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chingola →

Kitwe

In July Kitwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kitwe →

Woodlands

In July Woodlands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
297 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Woodlands →

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zambia in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Livingstone 26°C (79°F) 10°C (50°F) 0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Lusaka 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Chingola 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Siavonga 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Chirundu 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Mongu 28°C (82°F) 12°C (54°F) 0 mm (0 in)

Zambia weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zambia in July?

Zambia typically experiences perfect weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Livingstone average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zambia in July?

In Livingstone, the average daytime high in July is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Zambia get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zambia during July, with Livingstone averaging close to 0.6 mm (0.02 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Zambia?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Zambia with overall perfect weather in Livingstone.

Generally speaking, May, June and July provide perfect weather in Livingstone. In contrast, January, September, October and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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